SAFETY DATA SHEET

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Ardrox 3968
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Revision Date 07.07.2011

Print Date 14.07.2011

1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Trade name

: Ardrox 3968

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the Sub: Corrosion inhibitor
stance/Mixture
Recommended restrictions
: None known.
on use
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company

Telephone
Telefax

: Chemetall Ltd
Denbigh Road
Bletchley Milton Keynes MK1 1PB
: 01908 649333
: 01908 373939

Contact person product safety

Telephone
E-mail address

: +49(0)6971652832
: msds.de@chemetall.com

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone
number

01908 649333

2. Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Aspiration hazard, Category 1

H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

Classification (67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC)

Harmful

R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness
or cracking.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

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Hazard pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

EUH066

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

P403
Prevention:
P210

Store in a well-ventilated place.

Precautionary statements

P260
P262
P280

Keep away from open flames/hot surfaces.

- No smoking.
Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/
eye protection/ face protection.

Response:
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do
NOT induce vomiting.
P308
IF exposed or concerned:
P315
Get immediate medical advice/ attention.
Disposal:
P501
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:

Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy
64742-48-9
Labelling according to EC Directives (1999/45/EC)
Hazard pictograms

Harmful

R-phrase(s)

: R65

Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

R66

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S-phrase(s)

: S9
S16

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Keep container in a well-ventilated place.

Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek
medical advice immediately and show this
container or label.

S23
S24/25
S37/39
S62

Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:

Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy; Low boiling point thermally
64742-48-9
cracked naphtha
2.3 Other hazards
The information required is contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet.

3. Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Identification: Ardrox 3968
3.2 Mixtures
Chemical nature

: Mixture of organic solvents.

Hazardous components
Chemical Name

Naphtha (petroleum),
hydrotreated heavy

CAS-No.
EC-No.
Registration number
64742-48-9
265-150-3

Classification
(67/548/EEC)

Xn; R65

Classification
Concentration
(REGULATION
[%]
(EC) No
1272/2008)
Asp. Tox. 1;
>= 65 - < 80
H304

R66

Nota H, Nota P,
Nota L
3-Butoxypropan-2ol,propylene glycol
monobutyl ether

5131-66-8
225-878-4

Xi; R36/38

Eye Irrit. 2;
H319

>= 2.5 - < 10

Skin Irrit. 2;
H315

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
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For the full text of the Notas mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

4. First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice

: First-aid crew: Ensure self-protection.

Move out of dangerous area.
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

If inhaled

: Move to fresh air.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of skin contact

: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of eye contact

: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids.

Consult a physician.

If swallowed

: Rinse mouth with water.

Do NOT induce vomiting.
Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms

: No information available.

Risks

: Risk of serious damage to the lungs (by aspiration).

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment

: Treat symptomatically.
For specialist advice physicians should contact the Poisons
Information Service.

5. Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media

: Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Dry powder
Alcohol-resistant foam
Water spray

Unsuitable extinguishing
: High volume water jet
media
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards during fire
fighting

: May form toxic gases on heating or in case of fire.

Carbon monoxide
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
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5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment
for fire-fighters
Further information

: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

: Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

6. Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions

: Wear personal protective equipment.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions

: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Avoid subsoil penetration.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

: Ensure adequate ventilation.

Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent
material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite)
and transfer to a container for disposal according to local /
national regulations (see section 13).

6.4 Reference to other sections

See chapter 8 and 13

7. Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling

: Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

Have eye wash bottle or eye rinse ready at the work place.

Advice on protection against

fire and explosion

: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage
areas and containers

: Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.

Protect from direct sunlight.

Storage temperature

: < 40 C

7.3 Specific end uses

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Specific use(s)

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: Corrosion inhibitor

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering measures
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection

: In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory

equipment.
Recommended Filter type:
A-P2

Hand protection

: Nitrile rubber
Rubber gloves
Protective gloves complying with EN 374.
Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and
breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the
gloves. Also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of
cuts, abrasion, and the contact time.

Eye protection

: Eye protection (EN 166)

Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection

: Chemical resistant protective clothing according to DIN EN

13034 (Type 6)

Hygiene measures

: Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the
product.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Do not breathe vapour.
Do not breathe spray.

Environmental exposure controls

General advice

: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Avoid subsoil penetration.

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9. Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance

: liquid

Colour

: amber

Odour

: hydrocarbon-like

Flash point

Boiling point/boiling range

: > 150 C

Density

: 0.81 g/cm3
at 20 C

Water solubility

: practically insoluble

Viscosity, kinematic

: < 7 mm2/s
at 40 C

64 C

9.2 Other information

Explosivity

: Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.

10. Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions

: None known.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

: Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of

ignition.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid

: Strong oxidizing agents

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10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Risk of decomposition.

: No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

11. Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity
Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy
3-Butoxypropan-2ol,propylene glycol monobutyl ether
Acute dermal toxicity
Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy

: LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg

Species: rat
: LD50: 3,300 mg/kg
Species: rat

: LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg

Species: rabbit

3-Butoxypropan-2ol,propylene glycol monobutyl ether

Skin corrosion/irritation

: LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg

Species: rat

Skin irritation

: May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Eye irritation

: May cause eye irritation with susceptible persons.

Respiratory or skin sensitization

Sensitisation

: no data available

Human experience

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

Aspiration hazard
Aspiration toxicity

: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

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12. Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to fish
3-Butoxypropan-2ol,propylene glycol monobutyl ether

: LC50: > 100 mg/l

Exposure time: 96 h
Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow)

Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates.

3-Butoxypropan-2: EC50: > 1,000 mg/l
ol,propylene glycol monobuSpecies: Daphnia
tyl ether
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability

: no data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation

: no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

Distribution among environ: no data available
mental compartments
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Additional ecological information

: slightly water endangering

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

13. Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product

: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Contaminated packaging

: Dispose of as unused product.

Waste Code

Waste codes should be assigned by the user, preferably in

discussion with the waste disposal authorities.
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14. Transport information

ADR
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
RID
Not dangerous goods

15. Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Water contaminating class
(Germany)

: WGK 1 slightly water endangering

VWVWS A4

Other regulations

: The product is classified and labelled in accordance with EC

directives or respective national laws.
Regional or national implementations of GHS may not implement all hazard classes and categories.

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

A Chemical Safety Assessment is not required for this substance.

16. Other information

Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
R36/38
R65
R66

Irritating to eyes and skin.

Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

EUH066
H304
H315
H319

Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
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Full text of Notas referred to under section 3

Nota H

Nota L

Nota P

The classification and label shown for this substance applies to the
dangerous property(ies) indicated by the risk phrase(s) in combination
with the category(ies) of danger shown. The manufacturers, importers
and downstream users of this substance shall be obliged to carry out an
investigation to make themselves aware of the relevant and accessible
data which exists for all other properties to classify and label the substance. The final label shall follow the requirements of section 7 of Annex VI of this Directive.
The classification as a carcinogen need not apply if it can be shown that
the substance contains less than 3 % DMSO extract as measured by IP
346. This note applies only to certain complex oil derived substances in
Annex I.
The classification as a carcinogen or mutagen need not apply if it can
be shown that the substance contains less than 0,1 % w/w benzene
(Einecs No 200-753-7). When the substance is classified as a carcinogen or mutagen, Note E shall also apply. When the substance is not
classified as a carcinogen or mutagen at least the S-phrases (2-)23-2462 shall apply. This note applies only to certain complex oil-derived
substances in Annex I.

Further information
The information provided is based on our current knowledge and experience and apply to the product
as delivered. Regarding the product properties, these are not guaranteed. The delivery of this safety
datasheet does not free the recipient of the product from his own responsibility to follow the relevant
rules and regulations concerning this product.

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